Cantillana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Cantillana
Location in Province of Seville
Cantillana
Location in Andalusia
Cantillana
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Andalusia |
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| Province | Seville | ||
| Comarca | Vega del Guadalquivir | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 107.70 km2 (41.58 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 10,661 | ||
| • Density | 98.988/km2 (256.378/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Cantillaneros | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Cantillana is a town in southern Spain. It is located in the province of Seville, which is part of the Andalusia region. This town is known for its history and its location near the Guadalquivir River. About 10,661 people lived here in 2018. The town is led by its mayor, José Eduardo Reina Hidalgo.
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Energy in Cantillana
Cantillana uses different types of energy. These help power homes and businesses.
Solar Power
The town has a solar farm. This farm uses the sun's energy to make electricity. It produces 3.78 MWh of power. The solar farm is located near the train station. It is also close to an electric substation. This substation helps distribute the electricity.
Fuel Stations
Cantillana also has fuel stations. These stations provide gasoline and other fuels. They are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are also fuel stations in the nearby area of Cantillana la Montana.
Ancient Roman Mosaic
Cantillana has a very old and interesting discovery. An ancient Roman mosaic was found here.
Discovery of the Mosaic
This mosaic was found about 1.8 meters (almost 6 feet) underground. It was discovered near the Church of Asuncion. Finding it so deep shows how much the ground level has changed over time.
What the Mosaic Shows
The mosaic is a beautiful piece of art. It shows many different sea creatures. These creatures are arranged around a water well. Mosaics are pictures made from small pieces of colored stone or glass. This one gives us a peek into Roman life and art.
Notable People
Cantillana is the birthplace of some important people.
Abu Madyan
One famous person from Cantillana was Abu Madyan. He was born around 1126. Abu Madyan was a very important Sufi teacher and mystic. Sufism is a spiritual path in Islam. He taught about love, wisdom, and connecting with God. Many people followed his teachings. He is still respected today for his spiritual wisdom.
